James W. Lohr MD

James Lohr

James W. Lohr
MD

Professor

Department of Medicine

Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences


Specialty/Research Focus

Internal Medicine; Ion Transport; Nephrology

Contact Information
Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Elm and Carlton St.
Buffalo, New York 14263
Phone: (716) 845-1300 x 6420
Fax: (716) 845-1110
jwlohr@buffalo.edu


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Professional Summary:

I work primarily at Roswell Park Cancer Institute, where I serve as Chief of Renal Services. I oversee the onco-nephrology program, primarily caring for cancer inpatients with acute kidney injury, fluid and electrolyte disorders, and end-stage kidney disease. Previously I worked for the Buffalo VA Medical Center (VAMC) where I served as the chief of nephrology for many years. We cared for patients with a variety of kidney diseases, including acute and chronic kidney disease, end-stage renal disease, glomerulonephritis, polycystic disease and hypertension. I have had a particular interest in the treatment of patients with resistant hypertension.

I have participated in a large number of clinical trials related to treatment of diabetic kidney disease, treatment of anemia in chronic kidney disease and hypertension. My past research focused on understanding the response of cells to conditions of hypo- and hyperosmolality. I have published on hyponatremia and hypernatremia, and continue to have a clinical interest in these areas.

I serve as the co-coordinator of the four-week, organ-based “renal module” for first-year medical students: I plan the curriculum, identify speakers, organize the case-based small group sessions and write test questions. I also give 12 lectures and participate in four small-group sessions each year. I am committed to teaching and devote significant time in the medical school teaching medical students. In addition, I hold an adjunct appointment in the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, and I give lectures on renal pharmacology and hypertension each year to students in that department. I previously served as the program director for the nephrology fellowship program for 18 years, which involved overseeing the nephrology fellowship training experience at the multiple clinical sites of UB’s Division of Nephrology, and contributing to the development of the curriculum.

Education and Training:

  • Fellowship, University of Kansas Medical Center (1985)
  • University of Kansas Medical Center (1983)
  • MD, Medicine, University of Kansas (1980)
  • BA, Chemistry, College of Wooster (1975)

Employment:

  • Acting ACOS, R&D, Research, Buffalo VA Medical Center
  • Director, Renal Services, Medicine, Roswell Park Cancer Institute (2019-present)
  • Professor, University at Buffalo (2002-present)
  • Chief of Nephrology, Buffalo VA Medical Center (2001-present)
  • Consultant, Roswell Park Cancer Institute (1990-present)
  • Attending Physician, Sisters of Charity Hospital (1988-present)
  • Staff Physician, Buffalo VA Medical Center (1986-present)
  • Chief, Nephrology and Hemodialysis, Nephrology, Buffalo V.A. Medical Center (2001–2019)
  • Director, Nephrology Fellowship Program, Medicine, UB (1997–2015)
  • Associate Professor, Medicine, Univeristy at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (1992–2002)
  • Assistant Professor, Medicine, University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (1986–1992)
  • Instructor, Medicine, University of Kansas Medical Center School of Medicine (1985–1986)
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Awards and Honors:

  • Faculty Development Award (1987)

Research Expertise:

  • Epidemiology of acute kidney injury
  • Hypertension

Grants and Sponsored Research:

  • April 2000–March 2001
    MRI for early detection of cysts in rats with PKD
    Glaxo Smith-Kline
    Role: Principal Investigator
    $6,800

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Professional Memberships:

  • American Society for Pharmacology & Experimental Therapeutics (1995–1999)
  • American Federation for Clinical Research (1987–present)
  • International Society of Nephrology (1986–present)
  • American Society of Nephrology (1985–present)
  • American College of Physicians (1985–present)

Service Activities:

  • Presidents Review Board, SUNY at Buffalo; Member (2017–2019)
  • Faculty Council Steering Committee; Member (2017–2019)
  • Committee on Promotions to Unqualified (Tenured) ranks; Member (2015–2017)
  • Medical Advisory Board, National Kidney Foundation of WNY; Chair (2006–2010)
  • SMBS Phase I Committee; Member (2001–present)
  • Nephrology Fellowship Program Residency Program Director's Committee; Director (1997–2015)
  • American Heart Association; American Heart Association; New Grant Review;; Grant Reviewer (1996–2001)
  • Board of Directors, National Kidney Foundation of Western New York; Member (1996–2010)
  • Unqualified Promotions; Member (1991–1994)
  • Committee for Promotion in Clinical Rank; Member (1991–1994)
  • Laboratory Animal Care Committee; Member (1991–1993)
  • Medical Advisory Board, National Kidney Foundation of Western New York; member (1990–2010)
  • Biomdedical Research; Member (1989–1992)
  • BRSG Committee; Member (1989–1992)
  • Executive Committee - Graduate Group in Experimental Nephrology; Member (1988–1995)
  • Student Affairs & Academic Standing; Member (1987–1989)
  • Student Affairs Committee; Member (1987–1989)

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Contact Information

Roswell Park Cancer Institute
Elm and Carlton St.
Buffalo, New York 14263
Phone: (716) 845-1300 x 6420
Fax: (716) 845-1110
jwlohr@buffalo.edu

This faculty member is affiliated with UBMD, practicing physicians who are also professors in the Jacobs School.

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